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We’ve combined science and advocacy for more than fifty years. The results speak for themselves.
Assembled below is a list of recent UCS-driven wins and major milestones, chronicling the many ways we act at the intersection of science and policy. Each success is made possible through the power of our staff, Science Network, activists, and committed members.
Recent wins
UCS Slows US Forest Service Restructuring Plans
After UCS staff, supporters, and partners called out a senseless plan for the US Forest Service to close multiple research facilities, the agency changed its language in its proposed plans, and announced at least one facility will stay open.
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UCS Lawsuit against DOGE Receives Favorable Ruling
A lawsuit filed by UCS and other groups against the so-called Department of Government Efficiency received a ruling allowing the case to proceed, in the face of a motion from the government asking for dismissal.
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UCS Senior Scientist Honored by Scientific Society
The American Meteorological Society presented UCS Senior Climate Scientist Dr. Carlos Martinez with an achievement award for his “pioneering research, transformative leadership in bridging science and society, and fostering inclusive dialogue and action.”
Major accomplishments
UCS creates a dedicated team to work on scientific integrity in government, now called the Center For Science And Democracy.
UCS creates a dedicated team to work on scientific integrity in government.
Organized 17,000 Scientists to Oppose Bush Administration's Abuse of Science
UCS fought back and drew widespread visibility to the systematic effort to undermine science.
Sounded an Alarm on the Reckless Overuse of Antibiotics on Farms
A UCS report estimated that animal agriculture was using eight times more antibiotics than were being used to treat humans.
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Demonstrated the Vulnerability of US Missile Defense Plans
UCS released a report documenting how a costly missile defense system could be overpowered by relatively simple countermeasures.
Led the Way on International Climate Agreements
UCS led a delegation of US nonprofit organizations to the international climate negotiations.
Leveraging “new” email technology, UCS launches the UCS Science Network, a group of engaged scientists now 25,000 strong.
UCS launches the UCS Science Network.
Federal farm subsidies encourage farmers to keep growing more corn and soybeans, even when prices fall. As a result, a large chunk of annual US farm income comes directly from taxpayers.
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UCS begins work on food and agriculture issues.
UCS begins work on food and agriculture issues.
Pioneered Breakthrough Approach to Renewable Energy
UCS released a report outlining how states could take advantage of energy deregulation.
Issued “World Scientists' Warning To Humanity”
UCS alerted the public to the threat of climate change and the need for sustainability.
UCS opens its West Coast office in California.
UCS opens its West Coast office in California.
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50 Years of Science and Action
Since our founding in 1969 we've helped address some of the world’s most pressing problems.